Toronto Livings Real Estate Podcast

In episode 52 of the Toronto Livings podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio delve into the critical real estate question of whether to buy a new home first or sell your current one first. They provide listeners with detailed considerations, including financial implications, market conditions, and personal scenarios, to help navigate this complex decision-making process. The episode also share...

In episode 51 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio delve into the heated topic of Canada's new federal budget, specifically focusing on the controversial changes to capital gains tax and the introduction of a vacant home tax in Toronto. They discuss the public's frustration over these changes and their potential impact on homeowners, investors, and the real es...

It's SHOUT-OUT TIME! In our 50th episode of the TorontoLivings Podcast, we celebrate this significant milestone by looking back on our journey and share some ambitious goals for the future. We've got a ton of special shout-outs for our supporters, friends, businesses in Toronto, and previous podcast guests, with a big thank you to everyone who's supported us thus far! Throughout the ep...

In Episode 49 of the Toronto Livings Real Estate Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into a comprehensive March market update, discussing key trends and statistics. The episode also addresses the vacant home tax situation, highlighting the confusion and controversies surrounding it. Additionally, they touch upon the proposed renter's bill of rights by Justin Trudeau, discussing it...

In Episode 48 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, we have an incredible chat with guest Alexander Arthur, who discusses the transformation of TAC Sports into a holistic educational platform that nurtures young minds with a blend of sports, financial education, and real estate knowledge. The conversation sheds light on the importance of financial literacy, and the role of community and mentorship in sh...

Navigating Toronto's Pre-Construction Real Estate with TalkCondo Founders In episode 47 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, we feature an in-depth interview with Roy and Amit Bhandari, the entrepreneurs behind TalkCondo.com, Toronto's leading online platform for pre-construction real estate. Starting from their entry into real estate in 2007, the Bhandari brothers share the evolution of their...

#torontorealestate #gardensuites #torontopodcast Exploring Garden Suites with Lorena Magallanes In this episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio invite Lorena Magallanes, a real estate expert and part-owner of Stomp Realty, to discuss the concept of garden suites. Lorena shares her insights on the process of building a garden suite, detailing her own experience fr...

In episode 45 of the Toronto Livings Real Estate Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio navigate through daylight savings time changes, share personal stories including Joey's music jam sessions and their food adventures, and delve into news you can use. The episode focuses on market updates for the month of February 2024, discussing the current real estate landscape in Toronto, exploring...

First-Time Home Buyer Incentives: What You Need To Know! The 44th podcast episode of the Toronto Livings Real Estate Podcast dives into the numerous incentives available to first-time homebuyers in Ontario. The hosts, Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio, discuss the six homebuyer incentives, one of which was eliminated recently, that buyers can take advantage of. They also discuss their trip to Othership...

In this episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark and Joey visit Lisbon Hotel, a new spot from co-owners Adam Hijazi and David Wex, located at River City in downtown Toronto! They discuss the unique experience Lisbon hotel offers - from its inspired décor to its culinary delights. Although it's not Portuguese nor a hotel, Lisbon Hotel offers a European hotel lobby bar vibe with small...

In Episode 42 of Toronto Living's Real Estate Podcast, hosts Mark and Joey discuss the impact of pets on real estate buying, renting, and landlord behavior helping you navigate pet rules related to Toronto Real Estate! They delve into condo rules regarding pets, how these rules can affect home buyers and tenants, and the potential eviction scenarios based on those regulations. Amid various hum...

In this week's episode, realtors Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio discuss the latest happenings in Toronto's real estate market with their January market update. They also share Toronto Real Estate Board's 2024 predictions on sales and average prices and compare the predictions with their own market insights. Additionally, they delve into interesting topics such as cloning pets, food, and...

In this episode of the Toronto Livings Real Estate Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio discuss effective strategies for buyers in Toronto's bidding wars, the importance of writing love letters to potential sellers, and the surprising news about Luigi Hamilton joining Ferrari in the F1 season. They also delve into the rise and importance of virtual staging in the housing market. Joey pr...

Confused about the Toronto Vacant Home Tax? In this podcast, we'll explain everything you need to know about this tax and how it affects the real estate market in Toronto. As a Toronto real estate investor, you'll want to stay informed about any changes or taxes that may affect your properties. Our podcast breaks down the vacant home tax and what it means for the city and the real estate i...

Split into two parts, this podcast includes lively discussions with seasoned Toronto mortgage broker, Christopher Molder, who discusses the impact of pessimism, social media, and the 'seduction of pessimism' on investment decisions and the Toronto property market's perception. The latter part of the video features expert perspectives on the Canadian real estate forecast for 2030, empha...

Toronto Real Estate Deep-Dive: Understanding Property Taxes & the City's Revised Budget Mark and Joey, deep dive into the impact of property tax on homeowners and renters, explaining how it funds essential services like public transit and emergency responses. The duo explains how this preliminary budget gets created, the process of what comes next, and why so much of a hike is being propos...

The Toronto Livings Podcast Episode 36: A New Year, A New Theme Song and A 2023 Real Estate Market Recap In the 36th episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark and Joey discuss the new theme song for the show, their New Year's plans, and a recap of the 2023 Real Estate Market. They further discuss the market activity for December in Toronto and multiple news topics such as rising ticke...

A behind-the-scenes look at living with a Toronto Realtor. Get a glimpse into the dynamic relationship of Mark Savel and his partner, Adriana S. Our hosts delve into candid discussions about the blend of their professional and personal lives, with insightful and amusing anecdotes, tips about financial management, interesting details about their social media strategy, and a peek into the living cul...

In this episode of the Toronto Livings Real Estate Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio share insights on the November real estate market update. They delve into Toronto's real estate market, the culture, and food and lifestyle topics related to life in Toronto. The hosts discuss the Bank of Canada's rate hike announcement, the current state of the city's real estate market, and...

In episode 33 of Toronto Livings Real Estate Podcast, hosts, Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio provide their predictions for the real estate market in Toronto for 2024. They particularly focus on real estate sectors such as detached houses, semis, towns, and condos. The conversation extends to include updates about changes in the Trust In Real Estate Services (TRESA) act and influences of AI in real es...

Artificial Intelligence Transforming Real Estate: Opportunities, Risks, and Future Predictions In Episode 32 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio delve into the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the real estate industry. They examine the changes AI brings such as improved property searches, valuations, marketing strategies and process automation, and potential...

In Episode 31, realtors Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into the upcoming changes in the real estate industry with the introduction of the Trust in Real Estate Services Act (TRESA). Coming into effect from December 1, 2023 these changes have significant implications for buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals alike, altering the way real estate transactions are handled, especially within...

In this episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast, we take a closer look at how the real estate market performed in October 2023, in the City of Toronto. Join hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio as they provide their weekly real estate insights focusing on all things Toronto in Episode 30. They discuss the recent balance in the real estate market, the condo collapse and what it signifies, the potentia...

Are you tired of renting and ready to unlock the path to homeownership? In this podcast, we will guide you through the essential steps to save enough money for your dream home. Our comprehensive guide will provide you with expert tips and strategies to help you master the art of saving for your dream home. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade, saving for a home requires care...

Mark and Joey from the Toronto Livings Toronto Real Estate Podcast have age-old debate: Is it better to invest in resale properties or opt for preconstruction opportunities? Join us as we explore the pros and cons of both options, empowering you to make an informed decision as a real estate buyer. Chapters (0:00) Introduction and Welcome (0:40) Podcast Hosts Introduction (1:35) Topic Introduction:...